Probate Administration

Estate Planning attorney Mike Watkins represents people in all aspects of estate planning. However, in cases when a will does not exist an estate must be handled in Probate court. Our skilled attorneys can help you understand the Probate process and make sure you are represented properly.

If you have been named to settle the estate of a family member or friend, we can represent you in fulfilling those duties in a timely, thorough and cost-effective manner. We also represent any party who has a stake in probate litigation. We can assist personal representatives who do not live in Missouri, or out-of-state heirs who need local representation in probate litigation.

Estate and Probate Administration

We represent personal representatives ("executors") who are named in the will or appointed by a probate judge to settle a loved one's estate. Our firm's attorney, brings 30 years of experience in estate administration and can advise the representative of the estate or provide a more hands-on role and carry out the long list of tasks of winding down the estate, including:

Identifying and gathering assets of the estate

Notifying and paying creditors

Liquidating stocks or property

Filing individual and estate tax returns

Distributing the remaining assets among heirs

Probate can be a confusing area of law. Contact us today to schedule a FREE Consultation to learn how our experience and expertise in probate can assist you better.

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